Le Camping du Point Vert - a Campsite Gem

If you have been tempted to explore the beautiful Rhone-Alps region, including the magical lands of Chartreuse and Bugey dans l'Ain in the summer (something I can definitely recommend) then a campsite you should consider is Le Camping du Point Vert. It is situated at Serrières de Briord between the department Isère and the region Bugey dans l'Ain.

This lovely campsite is run by friendly hosts Nelly and Christian Landraud and has all the facilities you'd expect in a good French Campsite. There are tennis courts, (lessons available), swimming pool and paddling pool, volleyball, mountain bike hire, a beach on the shores of the Rhone, a Sailing Club, play areas for the kids and lots of games for adults including table tennis, petanque etc. There are also pedal boats, rowing and lots more. Lots of these activities are free to campers.

But the best thing about this place, even though there is so much to keep you active, is the peace and tranquility you can enjoy, in the campsite itself and in the surrounding regions. The hills and mountains, the fresh air and the strong local identity of the people and landscape are the ingredients for a true holiday escape.

Bugey, one of regions of Ain, between the Jura and the Alps is a wonderful area to explore, and has the added bonus of being famous for its wine. A high proportion of Bugey wine is white, but rosé, red and sparkling wines are also produced. Bugey wines made from the aromatic white variety, Altesse, locally called Roussette, are among the more noted from the area.
















There are exciting walks and drives with stunning views in the massif du Jura, Bugey, like the ancient fort of Pieirre-Chatel pictured here.

Le Camping du Point Verte is open from April through to September and tarrifs are very reasonable - they even have mobile homes (4 - 6 persons) at 550 euros for 7 nights in high season if you want more luxury. There are 2 to 4 person chalets at 400 euros for 7 nights in high season. Sounds good to me !

The website is at camping-ain-bugey.com